Fodor's Expert Review Occidental at Xcaret Destination

Carretera 307, Km 282, Xcaret, Quintana Roo, 77710, Mexico

In such an enormous all-inclusive, it's surprising to find the excellent service that you get here. Staff members go out of their way to make your stay pleasant, beginning with a glass of tropical juice at registration and continuing with helpful concierge service throughout your stay. Guests booking the larger, pricier Royal Club rooms have even more personalized service—there's a small reception office serving these 45 rooms exclusively. The hotel has a small artificial beach and walking access to Xcaret park. Request a top-floor room if you want to escape pool noise.

PROS

  • pleasant lagoon
  • minimum three-night stay includes free entrance to Xcaret
  • free scuba course

CONS

  • time-share sales reps give you the hard sell
  • small beach
  • squawking parrots in the lobby

QUICK FACTS

Resort
Family
$$$$

HOTEL INFO

Phones: 984-871–5400
Website: barcelo.com

HOTEL DETAILS

765 rooms
Rate Includes: All-Inclusive